If you’re looking for a creative way to give gift cards, a Christmas gift card book is the perfect solution. Instead of handing over a plain gift card envelope, you can turn multiple gift cards into a thoughtful, personalized booklet. I’ve created a free printable gift card book you can download and use right away. You’ll also find links to some beautifully made gift card books you can purchase ready-made if you’d rather skip the DIY route.
DIY Christmas Gift Card Book
Giving a gift card doesn’t have to feel impersonal. A gift card book turns a stack of gift cards into something thoughtful and fun to open. Instead of slipping one into a plain envelope, you can present them in a booklet that feels like a real gift. (Don’t miss our guide, Santa’s Side Hustles, to learn a few new ways to earn extra cash to help pay for Christmas this year.)
I’ve created a free printable gift card book you can download and assemble in minutes. You’ll also find links below to some beautifully designed gift card books you can purchase if you’d rather not DIY.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- A printer
- Cardstock or heavy paper
- Scissors or paper trimmer
- 5×7″ photo album (optional)
Assembly is simple: print the pages and trim. Add your gift cards with removable adhesive or double-sided tape. You can print them on cardstock and drop into a 5×7″ envelope, or pick up a 5×7″ photo album and slide the pages into the sleeves. (Like this one on Amazon.)
What I really like about this idea is that you can’t go wrong. Who doesn’t appreciate a gift card for something they love? Especially when money is tight, getting a gift card for a $10 coffee feels like the best gift ever. That’s what these DIY gift card booklets are about. You can give little financial “blessings” to people on your gift list as a way of reminding them again and again that you care about them.
It’s also a good idea to print these and keep them on hand so that in December, you’re never caught without a gift. Grab a gift card each time you are at the grocery store, and you will always have ready-to-go gifts on hand.
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Where to Buy Gift Card Books Online
If you’d prefer to purchase ready-made, there are great options available:
These often come in laminated finishes, and some offer personalization options, like names or custom messages.
Sher Bailey is a writer in the Midwest who believes the power of humor, Mod Podge, and grandkids can fix most problems in life. You can find her at SherBailey.com.